This presentation outlines the history and development of Stratford depot, then describes the depot in the late 1980s and his experiences as an engineering trainee there. The various workings of the depot are detailed, together with the area it served at the time. It closes with the decline and eventual closure of the depot. Hugh…
Archive And Library Open Day
Phil Deaves - a career railwayman, takes us on a journey looking at Britain’s changing railway. Starting in the 1980’s, his early interest in railways with his local church Crusader group holidays, visiting engine sheds and stations, through the various jobs and roles he has had in his railway career. On the way we will…
presented by RO Branch News Editor, Steve Batty
Mike Dodd from the Restoration and Archiving Trust at Toddington returns, this time to bring us images of the railways around our home area.
The British Transport Police
with Peter Holden
Chris Holland returns to entertain us with a selection of images from his extensive collection As a life long railwayman, who was involved in many projects during his career Chris plans to show us a glimpse of these with a selection of stunning images. It promises to a fascinating evening entertainment
Both engines sprang from a quest for higher express speeds on the East Coast Mainline. They still grace main lines and heritage railways after years of success.
